Hyper Light Breaker Character Guide: Unlockable Breakers and Playstyles

Hyper Light Breaker offers a diverse roster of characters, each with unique playstyles. This guide covers all currently available characters and how to unlock them in the early access version.

Unlocking New Characters

To unlock new characters, you need Abyss Stones, obtained by defeating Crowns (bosses). First, locate Prisms (represented by golden diamond icons on the map) to access boss arenas. After defeating a Crown, use the teleporter at the Cursed Outpost to select and unlock a character using your accumulated Abyss Stones. Currently, only two characters are unlockable via this method; the method for unlocking future characters may differ.

All Characters and SyComs

Each character starts with a SyCom, defining their base stats and core perk, significantly impacting their playstyle.

Vermillion

Vermillion's default SyCom is Gunslinger, favoring ranged combat with critical hit chaining. His unlockable Tank SyCom boosts armor on perfect parries and enhances melee capabilities.

Lapis

Lapis initially uses Lightweaver, boosting Rail shot damage after collecting Batteries. Her unlockable Warrior SyCom increases core stats with each upgrade, making her exceptionally powerful late-game.

Goro

Goro is a ranged character. His Astrologer SyCom accelerates Blade skill charge while shooting, while his unlockable Sniper SyCom significantly increases critical hit rate. He's a high-risk, high-reward character due to his fragility.

This guide will be updated as more characters become available in future updates.